Last updated: 19 June 2024

KAPLAN INTERNATIONAL LANGUAGESVANCOUVER
WHY CHOOSE TO STUDY IN OUR VANCOUVER SCHOOL?
5 reasons to study here
• Consistently rated in the top 3 most liveable cities in the world• Offers TOEFL iBT®, Cambridge and IELTS exam preparation courses• School is an IELTS exam center• Explore the vibrant neighborhoods of Granville Island, Gastown, andCommercial Drive• Enjoy weekend trips to Seattle, Whistler, the Rocky Mountains, and Vancouver
IslandLocation and contact information
ADDRESS:Kaplan International Languages, Suite 300, 755
Burrard St, Vancouver BC, Canada, V6Z 1X6

PHONE:+1 (604) 688-8330

FAX:+1 (604) 688-7242

EMERGENCY CONTACT:+1 (778) 834-7223

AT THIS ADDRESS SINCE:

1993

PROVIDING ENGLISH COURSESSINCE:

1988

School information
SCHOOL DIRECTOR:

Carla Parsons

TOTAL NUMBER OF
TEACHERS:

25 (Full-time teachers 14)

LANGUAGES SPOKEN BY
STAFF:

Arabic, Japanese, Spanish, Mandarin,
Korean

TEACHER QUALIFICATIONS:

All teachers have a level of education
normally represented by a degree and theyalso have a CELTA or equivalentqualification. Some also hold the higherlevel DELTA qualification, PGCE, or MA inapplied linguistics

Accreditations and memberships

Disclaimer
Disclaimer: All the information on this fact file is for reference. Pleasecontact your advisor for the latest information.

VANCOUVER

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ABOUT THE SCHOOLNUMBER OF BUILDINGS:

1NUMBER OF FLOORS:1TOTAL NUMBER OF CLASSROOMS:14SCHOOL FACILITIES:

Elevator, air conditioning, heating, Wi-Fi, computer lab/ multimedia center, vending machine, sun terrace/patio, student lounge/ common room

WHEELCHAIR / DISABLED ACCESS:Yes

EXTRA COST OF FACILITIES:NoOTHER SERVICES PROVIDED:

Accommodation, Airport transfer, University Placement Service, Medical Insurance, Virtual Internships

EXTRA COST OF OTHER SERVICES:See our price list

NUMBER OF COMPUTERS AVAILABLE:47

LEVELS OF ENGLISH OFFERED:All levels

FIRST DAY AT SCHOOL:

Orientation starts every Monday at 8:15. This includes a placement test, information about the school andcity, and a walking tour of the local area. Classes start on Tuesdays. On their first day, students areexpected to bring their passport, visa, and proof of medical insurance.

SAMPLE CLASS TIMETABLE
MorningAfternoon

CLASS:

08:10 - 09:40

CLASS:

14:40 - 16:10

BREAK:

09:40 - 09:50

BREAK:

16:10 - 16:20

CLASS:

09:50 - 11:20

CLASS:

16:20 - 17:50

SAMPLE SPECIFIC SKILLS CLASS TIMETABLE
Morning class(Monday to Friday)

Afternoon class(Monday to Friday)

11:30 - 12:40

13:20 - 14:30

SCHOOL MATERIALSMATERIALS PROVIDED FOR STUDENTS:

K+ Course Books, K+ Learning Clubs, K+ Learning Space, K+ Extra, Interactive
whiteboards
IS THERE A BOOK DEPOSIT?

No
IS THERE A MATERIALS FEE?

Yes (Price: $10/week)

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Courses and students
COURSES PROVIDED AT THIS SCHOOL:

General English, Semi-Intensive English, Intensive English, Academic Year, Academic Semester, BusinessSupplementary, TOEFL IBT & Academic English Exam Preparation, IELTS Exam Preparation (test center),Cambridge Preparation, English for Academic Pathways, Tailored Group Programs

SPECIAL / EXTRA COURSES PROVIDED:None

AVERAGE NUMBER OF STUDENTS PER CLASS:

11–15

MINIMUM AGE OF STUDENTS:

16

AVERAGE AGE OF STUDENTS:

20–25

STUDENTS PER AGE GROUP:

Under 18: 3% / 18-21: 30% / 22-25: 28% / 26-30: 17% / Over 30: 22%

TOP 10 STUDENT NATIONALITIES:

S.Korea, Japan, Switzerland, Mexico, Brazil, Columbia, Chile, France, Turkey

School location and transport
By foot

By bike

By busBy subway/train

Time to the nearest café / restaurant:

5 minutes

5 minutes

N/A

N/A

Time to the nearest supermarket:

5 minutes

5 minutes

5 minutes

N/A

Time to the nearest post office:10 minutes

10 minutes

20 minutes

N/A

Time to the nearest ATM / bank:

5 minutes

N/A

N/A

N/A

Time to the nearest sports center:10 minutes

10 minutes

15 minutes

N/A

Time to the nearest hospital:

10 minutes

10 minutes

15 minutes

N/A

Time to the city center:5 minutes

5 minutes

10 minutes

N/A

AIRPORT TRANSPORT
CLOSEST AIRPORT:

Vancouver International Airport
Line or Number

CostDuration

Airport to city center by bus:

N/A

N/A

N/A

Airport to city center by train:

Canada Line

$9.50

25 minutes

International train station to city center:

VIA

$3.25

15 minutes

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ABOUT VANCOUVERNAME OF LOCATION:

Vancouver

FAMOUS LANDMARKS:

Stanley Park, Grouse Mountain, Olympic Cauldron, Granville Island

CUISINES WITHIN A 20-MINUTE WALK:

American, British, Chinese, European, French, Greek, Indian, Italian, Japanese, Mexican, Middle Eastern,Seafood, Spanish, Thai, Turkish, Vegetarian, Vegan

TRANSPORT WITHIN A 10-MINUTE WALK:Buses, Skytrain, Canada line

TOP 5 REASONS TO CHOOSE THIS CITY:

1) Surrounded by incredible nature and landscape , 2) A thriving multicultural city easy to find their own
community including amazing restaurants with cuisines from all over the world, 3) One of the most transit
friendly cities in North America , 4) A welcoming and safe city no matter your race, gender, sexual
orientation , 5) An abundance of outdoor activities to do in summer (hiking, camping) & winter (skiing,snow-sports)

WHAT MAKES THIS CITY UNIQUE?

Many beautiful parks and museums close to the school. The City of Vancouver is on the traditional
territories of three Local First Nations: The Musqueam, Squamish, and Tsleil-Waututh. Enjoy the stunning
ocean and mountain views from beautiful beaches or from a world famous park right in the heart of avibrant city.

ALTERNATIVE THINGS TO DO:

Explore the local art galleries, see a different side of the city on a harbor cruise, climb The Grouse Grind(Grouse Mountain), brave the 2 suspension bridges, go whale watching

CITY PERSONALITY:

Active nightlife, bike-friendly, coffee haven, creative, cultural, eco-friendly, friendly, hiking, iconic, laid-back,natural landscape,picturesque, professional, snowboarding or skiing, sports scene, unique, vibrant,
youthful

Examples of nearby cities to visit
SEATTLE

Travel time: 3 hours, price of round ticket: $120, may need a US visa

WHISTLER

Travel time: 2 hours, price of return ticket: $70

Regular social activities
HIKING

FreeCANUCKS HOCKEY GAME$70

INDOOR TRAMPOLINE PARK$20

BOWLING$20

PAINTBALL$25

BIKE RIDE AROUND STANLEY PARK

$15

Typical 2-week social schedule
Days

First week

Second weekMON

New student orientation and city
walking tour

New student orientation and city
walking tour

TUE

Bike around Stanley Park

Vancouver Art Gallery

WEDPaintball

Burger and beer night

THU

Indoor trampoline

Zumba

FRI

Hike Deep Cove

Capilano Suspension Bridge

SAT

Club ESL: Whistler

Club ESL: Victoria

Number of Social activities per week: 6

LIVING COST (SAMPLE PRICES FOR ITEMS IN THIS CITY)
Bottle of water: $2

Coffee: $2

Can of coke: $2

Meal out for two: $40

Takeaway pizza: $15-20

Sandwich: $12Local one zone bus ticket: $3.15

Local one zone train ticket: $3.10

Bike rental around Stanley Park: $15

Cinema ticket: $15

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ACCOMMODATION IN VANCOUVER

VIVA TOWER APARTMENTS

ADDRESS:

1311 Howe Street, Vancouver, BC V6Z 2P3, Canada

WEBSITE:"N/A
Dislcaimer: All the information on this residence guide is for reference. Please contact your advisor for thelatest information. "ACCOMMODATION TYPE:

Multi-bedroom apartments, (apartments are mixed gender but bedrooms are not), some twin rooms havebunkbeds, shared and mixed male and female bathroom(s) in the apartment, shower, bath, private kitchen,lounge/common area and dining area.

SERVICES AVAILABLE:

Laundry, Wi-Fi, linen and towels, cleaning of common areas every two weeks, students are responsible fortidying up after themselves, removing garbage

EXTRA COST OF SERVICES:NoBEDROOM:

Wardrobe/ closet, desk, lamp, chair

KITCHEN:

Pots & pans, cooking utensils, cutlery & crockery, microwave, oven, stovetop, toaster, coffee maker, kettle,blender, fridge, dishwasher, washing machine, tumble dryer, iron and ironing board

FACILITIES:Gym

EXTRA COST OF FACILITIES:NoFAMOUS LANDMARKS NEARBY:

Granville Island, Yaletown, Robson St. shopping area, Alberni St shopping area, beaches

VISITORS OR GUESTS ALLOWED?

Yes – until 23:00

NOISE RESTRICTIONS?

Yes (From 23:00 - 9:00)

SMOKING ALLOWED IN THE RESIDENCE?

No

24-HOUR SECURITY?

Yes

ROOM CLEANING:

Cleaned on arrival, students are responsible for cleaning their own rooms, common areas of suites cleaned
every two weeks

LINEN CHANGING:

Linen cleaned on arrival, students are responsible for cleaning their own linen

AVAILABILITY:

For students 18+

MINIMUM NUMBER OF WEEKS?

NoCHECK-IN AND CHECK-OUT TIMES:

Check-in: Saturday & Sunday 16:00 - 21:00 / Check-out: Saturday 10:00

ROOM DEPOSIT?

Yes; Price: $300 to be paid before arrival
By foot

By bike

By busBy subway/train

Time to the school (Vancouver):12 minutes

5 minutes

15 minutes

N/A

Time to the nearest café / restaurant:

5 minutes

N/A

N/A

N/A

Time to the nearest supermarket:

5 minutes

N/A

N/A

N/A

Time to the nearest post office:10 minutes

5 minutes

10 minutes

N/A

Time to the nearest ATM / bank:

5 minutes

N/A

N/A

N/A

Time to the nearest sports center:5 minutes

N/A

N/A

N/A

Time to the nearest hospital:

10 minutes

N/A

15 minutes

N/A

Time to the city center:5 minutes

N/A

N/A

N/A

Time to the main airport:

N/A

N/A

45 minutes

25 minutes

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ACCOMMODATION IN VANCOUVERKING EDWARD TOWNHOUSESADDRESS:

431 - 443 W King Edward Avenue, Vancouver

WEBSITE:"N/ADislcaimer: All the information on this residence guide is for reference. Please contact your advisor for thelatest information. "ACCOMMODATION TYPE:

Multi-bedroom apartments, (apartments are mixed gender but bedrooms are not), some twin rooms havebunkbeds, shared and mixed male and female bathroom(s) in the apartment, shower, bath, shared kitchen,lounge/common area and dining area.

SERVICES AVAILABLE:

Laundry, Wi-Fi, bi-weekly cleaning of common areas, students are responsible for tidying up after
themselves

EXTRA COST OF SERVICES:

Cleaning available at extra cost

BEDROOM:

Wardrobe/ closet, desk, lamp, chair

KITCHEN:

Pots & pans, cooking utensils, cutlery & crockery, microwave, oven, stovetop, fridge, dishwasher, washingmachine, tumble dryer,

FACILITIES:Multifunctional social lounge

EXTRA COST OF FACILITIES:NoFAMOUS LANDMARKS NEARBY:

Queen Elizabeth Park, VanDusen Botanical Garden, Nat Bailey Stadium

VISITORS OR GUESTS ALLOWED?

Yes – until 23:00

NOISE RESTRICTIONS?

Yes (From 23:00 - 9:00)

SMOKING ALLOWED IN THE RESIDENCE?

No

24-HOUR SECURITY?

Yes; 24-hour centrally monitored security services

ROOM CLEANING:

Cleaned on arrival, students are responsible for cleaning their own rooms, common areas of suites cleaned
bi-weekly

LINEN CHANGING:

Linen cleaned on arrival, students are responsible for cleaning their own linen

AVAILABILITY:

For students 18+

MINIMUM NUMBER OF WEEKS?

NoCHECK-IN AND CHECK-OUT TIMES:

Check-in: Saturday & Sunday 16:00 - 21:00 / Check-out: Saturday 10:00

ROOM DEPOSIT?

Yes; Price: $300 to be paid before arrival
By foot

By bike

By busBy subway/train

Time to the school (Vancouver):N/A

30 minutes

20 minutes

20 minutes

Time to the nearest café / restaurant:

5 minutes

N/A

N/A

N/A

Time to the nearest supermarket:

5 minutes

N/A

N/A

N/A

Time to the nearest post office:10 minutes

5 minutes

10 minutes

N/A

Time to the nearest ATM / bank:

5 minutes

N/A

N/A

N/A

Time to the nearest sports center:5 minutes

N/A

N/A

N/A

Time to the nearest hospital:

10 minutes

N/A

15 minutes

N/A

Time to the city center:

N/A

30 minutes

20 minutes

20 minutes

Time to the main airport:

N/A

N/A

45 minutes

25 minutes

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ACCOMMODATION IN VANCOUVERHOST FAMILY INFORMATION

THINGS STUDENTS NEED TO BRING:

Toiletries, personal items to make their room feel like home, prescription medication, a small gift for yourhost family (not required), phone card, cell/ mobile phone

SERVICES INCLUDED:

Bed linen, towels, telephone use for emergencies, students need to make sure to discuss laundry with their
host family after arrival as laundry facilities will depend on your individual homestay.

EXTRA COST OF SERVICES:NoMEALS PROVIDED:Yes (depends on booking type)Â€¢ BREAKFAST:

Breakfast is usually a light meal consisting of cereal, fruit, toast, juice, or coffee.
Hosts will usually ask you to prepare your own breakfast.

Â€¢ LUNCH:

You will be responsible for buying your own lunch, from a local restaurant, or thelocal shops.

Â€¢ DINNER:

You will usually eat dinner with your host, or occasionally you may prepare yourown meal with food supplied by your host.

WILL THE HOMESTAY ARRANGE TO PICK UP
THE STUDENT FROM THE AIRPORT?

NoTRANSPORT TO SCHOOL:

Your host will help you plan your way to and from school on your first day and explain how to use publictransport.

WHERE ARE THE HOST FAMILIES LOCATED?

North Shore, Burnaby, New Westminster, West, South or East Vancouver, Coquitlam, Surrey, Richmond

ADDITIONAL INFORMATION:

Homestays are 45-75 minutes of commute time to the school; students can expect very diverse families,
including single parent and single individuals, male and female hosts; Vancouver has many different ethnicneighborhoods.

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